Questacon Smart Skills InitiativeQuestacon Invention ConventionChurchill, Victoria 10–12 April 2018Federation University, Gippsland

Don’t just use the latest technology- invent itThe Questacon Invention Convention is a three-day workshop that explores design and technology, innovation and entrepreneurship for students aged 14–18.

Local experts, high-tech equipment and tools will be at your disposal to help you design and prototype Gippsland’s next big invention.

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Call us on 1800 889 995 or email Outreach bookings.

Terms and Conditions

Code of conduct

1. Participants must obey all lawful instructions from the workshop Manager and Support Staff such as (but not limited to) all reasonable instructions, directions and procedures relating to work health and safety in operation at our premises.

2. Participants must not consume alcohol, use illegal substances, or smoke cigarettes whilst participating in the workshop in any capacity.

3. Once registered with the Invention Convention Supervisor, Participants must not depart from the workshop environment without the approval of the Invention Convention Supervisor or the Support Staff.

4. Participants are representing their school, family, organisation or business and Questacon. No disrepute should be brought to either of the above. Behaviour befitting a Participant will be required at all times.

5. No disrespect to persons involved in the event will be tolerated under any circumstances.6. If Participants have any problems, they are to report them to the workshop Manager as soon

as possible.7. There is to be:

a. Respect for the venue and all property;b. No interference with other people’s property;c. No use of venue telephones and other services (except at the Participant’s expense).

8. The Participant or their parent(s)/guardian will be liable for any damage or loss caused to Questacon’s property and premises resulting from the Participant’s conduct.

9. Once signed in, Participants must attend all approved activities unless given permission to do otherwise.

10. Participants agree to wear enclosed footwear and any other stipulated uniform compliance.11. Participants agree to demonstrate punctuality as required by the workshop Manager.12. Participants are required to take care of their possessions whilst at the workshop. Questacon

will not be held liable for any loss or damage to Participants’ possessions.

Breaches of any Code of Conduct rules may lead to immediate expulsion from the workshop. Should expulsion occur, the Participant or their parent(s)/guardian will be contacted and appropriate travel arrangements will be made. Any and all additional expenses incurred will be the responsibility of the Participant’s parent(s)/guardian.

Consent to apply first aid

In the event of any emergency, injury or illness, you authorise any Questacon Invention Convention official, to obtain on your behalf and at your expense, any medical assistance, treatment and transportation as deemed necessary.

Daily registration and transport

For duty of care purposes, parents/guardians of Participants (or Participants, if 18 years of age or over) will be required to register Participants daily. This is to ensure all Participants are accounted for throughout the day and leave the workshop premises safely. Exceptions to daily registration can be made if agreed in writing, prior to the event.

All transportation to and from the Questacon Invention Convention Venue will need to be arranged by the Participant or their parent/guardian. If the Participant is using public transport please check local timetables. For the avoidance of doubt, it should be understood that Participants are not within the duty of care of Questacon when travelling to and from the event.

Please ensure that the Participant arrives 15 minutes prior to the start of first session to allow for registration. The first session of the day will commence at 9 am. The last session of the day will finish at 4 pm. Please ensure that the Participant arrives on time. More information about the program and sessions will be sent to the Participant once the registration form is received.

Privacy collection statement and consent

Questacon is a division of the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science (the Department) and as such is bound by the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) outlined in Schedule 1 of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act). These principles regulate how Questacon collects, uses, discloses and stores personal information. As you would be aware your child is applying to participate in a Questacon Invention Convention (Invention Convention). This requires the collection of your and your child’s personal information.

The personal information collected on the attached form includes your contact details, emergency contact details, your child’s name, the name of your child’s school, your child’s age, state or territory location of residence, postal address, any special requirements, dietary requirements. Questacon may use this personal information in printed and digital materials and websites produced for the Department and related Ministers’ offices including reports, brochures, magazines, newspapers, newsletters, posters, fact sheets, websites, social media applications (such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube), case studies, promotional videos and multimedia presentations. This personal information may also be used by media outlets in the form of media

releases including participant’s, name and school to broadcast, advertise and promote the Questacon Invention Convention.

Questacon may use your personal details to notify your local Member of Parliament about your child’s participation in the Invention Convention.

Personal details may also be used to contact the Participant regarding future Questacon events and programs.

The information will only be used for the purposes outlined above, except where authorised or required by law.

For further information, please refer to the Department’s Privacy Policy on the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science website. This policy contains information about how you may access the personal information Questacon holds about you, and how you may correct any inaccuracies in that information. It also includes information as to how you may make a complaint about a breach of the Privacy Act, and how Questacon will respond to such a complaint.

If you have an enquiry or request relating to your personal information, please contact:

Privacy Contact OfficerLegal Services BranchCorporate DivisionDepartment of Industry, Innovation and ScienceGPO Box 9839CANBERRA ACT 2601AUSTRALIA

Email: privacy@industry.gov.au

More information about the Privacy Act can be obtained from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner’s website.

Personal Information obtained will also be stored and held in accordance with Questacon’s obligations under the Archives Act 1983 (Cth).

Questacon understands that you may not want Questacon to use your child’s personal information in printed and digital materials and websites.

Registration formParticipant’s details

Given name:      Surname:      Date of birth:       Male Female UnspecifiedSchool:      

Address details

Apartment/Unit:       Street number:      Street name:      Suburb/Town:      State:       Postcode:      

Parent/Guardian contact details (if under 18 years of age)

Name:      Daytime phone:       Mobile:      Email:      General information

1. How did you or the participant find out about the Invention Convention?

     

To be completed by the participant

2. Are you currently working on any inventions? If yes, in what field? (e.g. science, business, design, technology)

     

3. What do you hope to gain from attending the Invention Convention?

     

Accessibility requirements

4. Does the participant require any adjustments, or have any allergies (food or other) that we need to be aware of?

     

Parent/guardian signature (if under 18 years of age)

I am aware that       has registered for the Questacon Invention Convention and give them permission to attend.

I have read and agree to the Invention Convention Terms and Conditions, including Questacon’s Privacy Policy.

I am aware that I will be required to notify Questacon staff prior to the event if       will be making their own way to/from the Invention Convention.

Name:      

Signature:      

Participant’s signature I have read and agree to the Invention Convention Terms and Conditions, including Questacon’s Privacy Policy.

Name:      

Signature:      

Return your registration form by email, fax or post

Email outreach.bookings@questacon.edu.au

Free fax 1800 641 171

Post Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre, Loc. 940, PO Box 5322, Kingston ACT 2604